This role is for one of the Weekday's clients

Salary range: Rs 3000000 - Rs 7000000 (ie INR 30-70 LPA)

Min Experience: 6 years

Location: NCR, Gurgaon, delhi, NOIDA

JobType: full-time

We are looking for a highly skilled Engineering Manager (EM) to lead and scale a team of talented engineers while staying hands-on with technology. This role requires a strong background in data structures, algorithms, Python, and Java to guide architectural decisions, optimize performance, and drive innovation. You will play a crucial role in designing and building scalable, high-performance systems while mentoring engineers and fostering a culture of excellence.

Key Responsibilities

•  Technical Leadership: Lead by example with hands-on coding, design reviews, and system architecture discussions.
•  Team Management: Build, mentor, and inspire a team of engineers, ensuring their professional growth and high performance.
•  Software Development: Oversee the development of robust, scalable, and high-performance applications using Python and Java.
•  Architectural Decision-Making: Drive the design and implementation of efficient data structures and algorithms to optimize system performance.
•  Collaboration: Work closely with product managers, designers, and cross-functional teams to translate business requirements into scalable technical solutions.
•  Process Improvement: Establish best practices for code quality, testing, CI/CD, and deployment.
•  Innovation: Stay updated on industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in engineering management, software development, and system architecture.

Requirements

•  6+ years of experience in software engineering, with at least 2+ years in a leadership or managerial role.
• Strong expertise in data structures and algorithms, with the ability to design and optimize complex systems.
• Proficiency in Python and Java, with a deep understanding of backend development and system design.
• Experience managing and mentoring engineering teams, driving high performance, and fostering a collaborative environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills, with a passion for building scalable, reliable, and maintainable software.
• Experience in agile methodologies, CI/CD pipelines, and cloud-based architectures is a plus.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.